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China Mudslide Kills One, Three Missing Amidst Floods
14 Aug
Summary
- A mudslide in Zhejiang Province killed one person and left three missing.
- The disaster was triggered by a flash flood following heavy rainfall.
- Eastern and southern provinces face more downpours and potential floods.
One person has died, and three others are missing following a mudslide in China's Zhejiang Province. The incident, which occurred on Friday, also led to a house collapse. Investigations suggest a flash flood triggered by intense rainfall caused the disaster, with rescue operations currently underway.
This event is part of a broader pattern of destructive weather affecting China, which scientists attribute to climate change. The nation is experiencing more frequent and intense typhoons, exacerbated by an El Niño pattern. In July alone, typhoons resulted in significant casualties and billions in economic losses.
Further downpours are anticipated across eastern and southeastern China through Sunday. Authorities are actively organizing evacuations in Henan Province after a riverbank breach. A major flood is also expected in Lake Tai, a significant freshwater lake and river source.
